This place is ridiculous. If you’re in downtown Chicago this summer don’t waste your time here. There is a $15 minimum on credit card purchases so if you wanna buy a drink mine as well make it two at a time or you’re out of luck pal... the bartender on one level didn’t even bother me with that which i thought was ironic... management is lost when your on there they don’t even pay attention. Nowhere downtown , not one club I’ve been too, has ever charged that. Not to mention the music was underwhelming and the staff was rude. Overpriced drinks follow the rest. There are much better places then this place downtown to spend your money at.
The condescending and unfriendly bouncers at the door treat you like they are doing you a favor by letting you wait in line and pay $40 per person to get in (that's how much they were charging on Friday Mar 11 2018). That alone is enough for me to never go back. The music and sound system are good, but bouncers and busers are constantly walking around nudging themselves through the guests and sometimes pointing their flashlights at people who don't immediately jump out of their way for them to pass - very annoying and inconsiderate. And finally, all 3 times I went there the place was a total sausage party (not gay, just all straight men) - why can't they promote the venue better so that there's a good balance of people who are attracted to each other? I can't justify coming back to this place unless it's a very special and unique event.
A Racist club. We (brown colored people),were all dressed nicely but 1-2 guys did not wear collared shirt. So we were asked to leave. The first security guard allowed us to enter after checking our ID but his boss/head security guard ran from a distance far away to us and kicked us out. The head guard himself allowed people before us and after us who were all in TShirts.
Customer Service SUCKS! I called asking about pricing to host a party... Understandable, the date I inquired about is not available. BUT, it would be great to hear back from their staff letting us know hey sorry I cannot book your party, just out of courtesy! I mean I'm sure they would've called me back right away if it would've been a YES. sometimes Money shouldn't be the drive of the business.. GREAT CUSTOMER service should. BTW the person I spoke with was AJ.... He was a total JERK!
I'll start with this, the lines to get into Sound Bar are completely ridiculous, after 10pm, the cover charge is also ridiculous. Especially since it applies to women also. But, they charge, because they can. Sound Bar is always full, always a good time, and always filled with gorgeous girls. Iron bar has a ton of competition, notably Spy Bar across the street (that is way more European Techno Niche), but they manage to stand out amongst the crowd. There is one major dance floors and sometimes as many as three DJs lined up to perform (that is the most I have ever seen). The music is the best (assuming your into great top 40 remixes), the club is well kept and really cool. Also, the drinks are reasonably priced for. the area (River North). All in all, Sound Bar is a great time waiting to happen and I would recommend it to my friends, family, and coworkers.
Don't go, terrible customer service. If you need to get something back if you left it by chance, don't bother. They will not get back to you by email or phone despite numerous efforts. The door men will be of no help as they will direct you to call. If i could give less than a whole star I would.
Really love the ambiance and the DJ was good too. You have to be in a proper attire to get entry in the club, shoes and simple sneakers will work(no high top sneakers and sports shoes allowed). My friend had to get the VIP lounge by paying $250 because of his shoes which doesn't matter because we had fun.
Soundbar always promises a good time. Free cover and VIP Party (10-1130)pm on Friday and Saturday Nights with VIP guest list. Arrive early at 10/1030 pm and join the VIP party. Get on the guest list for a VIP treat and Free cover!
Dress to impress! They usually have good quality djs/music here. There are 3 different rooms. Upstairs in the main room is usually and EDM dj. The Round room features an open format dj. The basement leans towards hip hop trap
Hmm. I love the place. Always get in free and get the 3 free tickets. I've never had a problem with the bouncers. Almost got kicked out because of a misunderstanding but they let us back in after I had a word with him. Two floors with edm upstairs, a red room lounge and hip hop downstairs. There's a total of 7 bars in the club. The club itself is great you can always go from room to room to change things up throughout the night